Philip Kingsley appoints new CEO to drive international expansion

British haircare brand Philip Kingsley has appointed Joseph Grigsby as its new CEO, with plans to accelerate international expansion.

Grigsby brings more than 25 years of experience to the role, having spent seven years at fellow haircare brand Virtue Labs, where he was Vice President and Head of International Sales.

He joins from Aramore Skincare, where he most recently served as Strategic Projects Lead since June 2025.

Grigsby has also previously held senior roles at The Estée Lauder Companies, as well as at Sephora and L’Oréal.

He assumes the new role on 1 November, succeeding Constantin Moebs, who has led the brand for six years.

"I am deeply honoured to lead such an iconic brand at this pivotal moment. Philip Kingsley has been a pioneer in the hair and scalp sector for over 60 years, consistently providing expertise, advice and solutions for our clients," Grigsby said.

"As we continue to experience phenomenal growth in this category, our team remains committed to upholding the personal legacy of Philip Kingsley”. 

Founded over 60 years ago, Philip Kingsley is a British brand that puts trichology - the science of hair and scalp - at the core of its ethos.

Known for its range of high-performance haircare products, the brand is tailored for every hair texture to provide long term healthy hair.

Kingsley passed away in 2016, but the company has remained a family-run business. His wife, Joan, serves as Chairman, while their daughters, Anabel and Katherine, hold the roles of brand president and board member, respectively.

Anabel Kingsley said that Grigsby’s expertise in marketing, innovation, and retail will be "invaluable as we continue to expand our global presence".

"Joseph brings exceptional leadership and experience in the global beauty and cosmetic industry, particularly in the hair category," Kingsley added.

"Our mission is to uphold his legacy of trust, expertise, and care – while continuing to formulate cutting-edge products for our customers.

"With Joseph at the helm, I’m confident we will accelerate our growth and further strengthen our position as the leaders in trichology, bringing our proven solutions to even more people around the world."